DC Licensed Front Desk & Cross-Trained Dental Assistant

Shaw Family Dentistry PLLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw Family Dentistry PLLC is looking for an enthusiastic Front Desk / Cross-Trained Dental Assistant to join our team in NW Washington, DC. This role primarily involves front desk duties along with hygiene assistance on Fridays.

Qualified candidates will hold a valid Dental Assistant license and have at least one year of front desk experience. Responsibilities include patient check-in/out, appointment scheduling, and insurance verification, while also assisting with patient care during hygiene appointments.

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Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of dental front desk experience.
• Experience with PPO insurance verification and breakdowns.
• Knowledge of dental insurance billing and claims.

Responsibilities

• Greeting and checking patients in and out.
• Scheduling appointments and managing the daily schedule.
• Verifying insurance eligibility and obtaining benefit breakdowns.
• Assisting the hygienist with patient care.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Organizational abilities

Multitasking abilities

Education

Active Dental Assistant License in Washington, DC

Job description

Shaw Family Dentistry PLLC is looking for an enthusiastic Front Desk / Cross-Trained Dental Assistant to join our team in NW Washington, DC. This role primarily involves front desk duties along with hygiene assistance on Fridays.

Qualified candidates will hold a valid Dental Assistant license and have at least one year of front desk experience. Responsibilities include patient check-in/out, appointment scheduling, and insurance verification, while also assisting with patient care during hygiene appointments.

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